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Hungary Chose HerBy Nancy Huth

ardinal senior Amanda Peterson beams as she talks about her junior year as an exchange student in Hungary. Always wanting to travel and encouraged

by her Mom, she entered her first three country choices (Brazil, France, Belgium) on the Rotary Club application form and on a lark wrote her ancestral country Hungary in slot four. “When I found out my application had been sent to Hungary, I was hoping the country would deny me,” Amanda admitted, “but now there is no other country I would rather have gone to. I think Hungry chose me!”

Amanda lived with the Lazlo family in the city of Debrecen, Hungary. Her 9-year-old host brother Zalan helped her learn the language, which is considered one of most difficult in the world to master. She in turn helped him learn English. At her host father’s suggestion and with his gift of flash cards, Amanda learned 25 words each day, becoming as she says a “walking dictionary.” She knew what objects were called but couldn’t say anything about them, until the Rotary Club set up lessons for the exchange students in her city.

Amanda also had a 21-year-old host brother and a 20-year-old host sister. Her mom was a stay-at-home mom

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Amanda Peterson had a memorable year in Hungary.

Local Artist has Brilliant FutureBy Kim Breyley

legance, form and quality; it was these three words that guided the process and creation of a one-of-a-kind work of art. Chris McConnell, currently a senior at Cleveland

Institute of Art, and originally from Middlefield, is the artist who was commissioned in May of this year by Gordon Safron to create a sculpture indicative of this area, to be placed at the Red Maple Inn.

This commission inspired Chris to study the anatomy of horses, through books and by admiring the two Standardbred horses next door to his parent’s home. Chris remembers, “I would dash out to watch the horses next door, while they were leaving and coming, to study their movements and gestures.”

Prior to sculpting, Chris studied the anatomy of more than 80 horses, painstakingly recording and memorizing the names of the horse’s bones and muscles. He then headed to Honest Scales, north of Middlefield, and shopped for just the right sizes and shapes of tractor parts, pipes and miscellaneous steel pieces. Chris credits his planning, organizational steps and research for the outcome.

The artist describes the piece, “This horse is made of steel, and very thick steel at that, some pieces are a full inch thick. My decision to use thick material was to assure the sculpture’s life expectancy. If treated correctly, it will last 100 years outside and upwards of 5000 years if displayed inside.”

The steel bones, tendons and muscles were heated and shaped around a small hand-made frame anchored in the McConnell’s driveway. The horse, all of its lines and points, are crafted to scale. The finished piece is slightly larger than an average horse, standing

62 inches at the scapula (shoulder blade). Chris says, “I did not build the horse, it built itself.” Sealed inside, where the heart would be, is a metal casing holding Chris’ pre-sculptural notes, thoughts and intentions. At a glance this 2000-pound steel horse stands life-like.

Chris is not new to having his artwork on display in the area. He is the artist who produced from scrap wood the giant horse and buggy on display across from the End of Commons General Store in Mesopotamia, and he is the artist who created, from car hoods, the Holstein cow that graces the lawn at the Vancura Art Gallery. He has also designed and sculpted bronze and granite pieces for display throughout the Cleveland area.

Charlie Bergengren, professor and expert art historian at the Cleveland Institute of Art, says of Chris’ work, “I saw the horse before it was finished and it was already incredibly lively. Chris’ natural talent is palpable. I know he struggled when designing and placing leg and chest movements but ‘he got it.’ His future is bright; he approaches his work with alacrity and it is really gratifying to watch him utilize his education and develop the local folk art which is so popular and prevalent in the

Geauga area. Chris is taking folk art to a new level with this horse sculpture.” Charlie mentioned that he was also particularly impressed with artist Henry Brigden’s work in Mesopotamia.

Chris says of his work and future, “My art work has grown in many ways, such as skill level, location, and ways of production. In the future I would like to earn a graduate degree at Yale for sculpture. Yale is currently number one in sculpture in the U.S. During my time

Gordon Safron, owner of the Red Maple Inn, with Chris McConnell local artist of the horse“Rut Maple.”

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Hungary Chose HerContinued from page 1

at graduate school I would like to be involved with corperation level work. This work will be my original ideas, most likely will be contemporary and abstract, and will be able to be displayed either inside or out.”

The steel horse is on display for viewing at the Red Maple Inn, 14707 S. Cheshire St., Burton.

Local Artist has Brilliant FutureContinued from page 1

with whom she spent a lot of time with and got to know well. The family went on many trips together, including a two week vacation to Spain. “They really made me feel like a daughter and a sister and I’m happy to say I now have another family and home that I love half way across the world.” All in all, Amanda visited 17 European countries under the Rotary Club’s auspices or with her host family.

In answer to how did the Hungarian high school compared with Cardinal, Amanda said, “The school was much larger with 1,400 students. Each grade was divided into eight groups of 30 each. Every day you went to lessons with the same 30 students, but a big change was that you had a different schedule every day – more like college. Teachers alternated classrooms, too, because breaks were 10-20 minutes, to allow time to chat, snack or study. Lunch was eaten at home after school because it is the main meal. I liked the school in Hungary because the set up is more relaxed. Students don’t have a dress code, or strict rules, and the staff trusts students to make the right choices.”

Besides missing her family and friends in Middlefield, Amanda found there were substitutes for other things. For example, she learned to love the home-made Hungarian food, always fresh and delicious, and the candy. She particularly liked the lifestyle of teens. “Most parents give their children a lot of freedom and trust. The culture allows them to be more independent than here in America. The kids just hop on the bus, or train and go wherever they might want. Young people in Hungary always look nice and put together. No one wears sweat pants or clothes like that.”

Amanda liked the Christmas season with its outdoor markets on the main square and Santa Claus being separated from Christmas. Santa comes on Dec. 6 (feast of St. Nicolas) and brings candy and little gifts to the children. On Christmas it’s baby Jesus who brings the gifts.

Amanda feels she is different after this experience. “This year has made me more open to new things and new people. I learned not to judge people and to give everyone a chance. I learned to live more independently and how to handle myself in difficult situations.”

Now it’s time for Amanda to adjust to school life here and prepare for the university. She hopes to attend a school in Washington, D.C. or North Carolina and major in International Studies in the hope that her future career will allow her to visit more of the world.

“No matter what happens, I plan to return to Hungary many times. I just want to say that it was the most amazing year of my life. I love Hungary - it’s my second home.”

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Something about late summer/early autumn turns thoughts to food more often than ever. It may be the animal in our nature saying, “Winter is on the way! Time to get nice and plump for the cold times ahead!” Or is it all those special festivals celebrating foods such as the Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival and the Century Village Apple Butter Festival?

Which brings me to ... what did those early Geaugans eat anyway?

Well, the early settlers ate what they brought with them: salt cured beef or ham, dried or home canned vegetables and simple breads made from flour or cornmeal.

Once settled in, they quickly planted vegetable gardens. They also looked around to see what Mother Nature had for them. Depending on the season, there were dandelion greens and wild onions for salads. (Later, they would eat the tops of the beets and turnips from their gardens as salad.) There were wild berries to enjoy, and as time went on, there was fruit from the apple, peach, cherry and pear trees they planted, and strawberries and raspberries from plants and bushes they cultivated.

From the Indians they had learned about corn and pumpkins before they came to the Western Reserve. So they brought corn and pumpkin seeds and planted these in their gardens. (They had learned about maple syrup too, so they looked for maple trees to tap in spring.) For flavorings, they brought dried herbs to use immediately and herb seeds to plant for later use. Favorite herbs in those days were thyme (for soups and stuffings), sweet marjoram (favored as a rub for turkeys), summer savory ( for making sausages and for cooking salted beef, pork and turkey), parsley (for soups and just to eat with bread and butter), and pennyroyal (to mask the taste of “foul meat”). Garlic and mustard seeds had many uses. Sage was sometimes grown, but was not as much in favor as it is now. Other herbs and spices such as cinnamon, cayenne, cloves, mace, nutmeg, black and white pepper, allspice, ginger, coriander seeds, fennel, and caraway (carroway) seeds were often obtained from stores “back home”.

Meat was obtained mainly by hunting and trapping until the livestock they brought with them (or sent back for) increased in

number and maturity. Hunters found plenty of deer and bears. These animals were a favorite source of meat as they provided a lot at one time. Rabbits and ground birds such as grouse were more often trapped than hunted, in part to save gunpowder. Of course, there were the fish they caught in Geauga’s rivers and streams and the ducks and geese they could shoot. In addition, the early Geaugans also ate meat we normally don’t consider suitable to eat these days. Snake was eaten when it was available. (And I found one recipe from back then that started, “Take 12 plump field mice, skinned and boned.”)

For beverages, water was most common. Settlers often brought tea with them and planted mint and peppermint for later use. It would be safe to say that nearly all settlers made cider as soon as they had the apples to do so. Many knew how to make beer or mead and did so as soon as the grain and honey were available.

They fixed some foods differently than we do today. Corn was more often ground into cornmeal than eaten whole. (Remember “sweet corn” as we know it was not in existence back then. Their corn would remind you more of field corn than of what you buy at road side stands today. When they ate corn “off the cob”, it was because they could not grind it just then, so they wrapped it in wet leaves and cooked it in the fire. Jacquie Foote is a volunteer for the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, 14653 E. Park St., Burton. For information on the events at the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, call 440-834-1492 or visit the Web site at www.geaugahistorical.org.

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In a National Center for Health Statistics report (Number 70, August 2011) on ADHD (attention deficit hyperactivity disorder) among U.S. children ages 5 to 17 from 1998 to 2009, the rate of ADHD continued to rise. I appreciated that the article listed the inherent flaws: first, this report was based on parental report of diagnosis, which relies on memory or on willingness to report, and second, the increase may have resulted on recognition of the condition and from better detection rather than a true increase.

The report indicated that ADHD is more common in Midwestern and Southeastern states and in families living below the poverty level. These two factors are so significant. Three other statistical graphs showed the prevalence of diabetes in the U.S., the prevalence of obesity, and the prevalence of access to convenience foods are highest in the Midwestern and Southeastern states, which matches the incidence of ADHD and poverty rates.

The correlation is too obvious to mistake. However, Medscape reprinted the article and concluded: “The causes and risk factors are unknown, but genetic

factors likely play a role.” This is an insane conclusion. For genetics to play a role, the kids had to get ADHD from ADHD parents, ADHD grandparents, ADHD great grandparents, and so on back, for which there is absolutely no evidence.

The problem is food: American wheat, sugar, fructose, and chemicals, all of which cause disease. It has become a bad habit in this country to provide our young with food that is filling and quick, but lacking in nutrition and health benefits. For example, high school sports players receive instructions to load up on starchy carbs, such as spaghetti, the day before a game. Wheat is the second worst food reactivity I see in blood testing, so the instruction to kids is actually to eat food that will cause ADHD among other diseases and challenge the immune system.

Do you want kids with better grades that win games? Do you want well-behaved kids that don’t get sick as often? Tour de France athletes are eating gluten-free and refined-free because they experience the difference in athletic prowess – they gain a winning edge. Of course we’re not talking about Olympic athletes, who cares about ‘lowly’ school children.

Parents can make a difference by becoming well-informed; by finding reliable sources of information and questioning the wisdom of the information they receive from doctors, manufacturers of drugs and foods, and the government. Remember, YOU have the final choice.

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The First Day of FallBy Vicki Wilson

The official first day of fall in our Northern Hemisphere this year is Friday, Sept. 23. Fall is the transitional season between summer and winter. It gets dark earlier in the evening, the leaves start falling from the trees (hence the name) and temperatures begin to drop. As crooned in the English version of “Autumn Leaves” by songwriter Johnny Mercer and sung by such artists as Nat King Cole, Frank Sinatra and Andy Williams, “and soon I’ll hear old winter’s song, but I miss you most of all my darling, when autumn leaves start to fall.” The fall season evokes feelings of melancholy in some individuals, with thoughts that the winter’s bleakness is about to commence. What does fall mean to you? I associate memories of school days, sweaters, football games, picking apples, hayrides, Thanksgiving dinner, and raking leaves.

Sept. 23, is also Fall Prevention Awareness Day. This day is designated to raise public awareness of how to prevent falls among the older adults in our communities. Recent statistics show that as many as one out of three adults age 65 and older fall each year. Many of these falls result in lacerations, hip fractures and severe head injuries, yet can be prevented by following a few simple suggestions from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC).

Begin or continue with a regular exercise program. Exercises that improve your balance and coordination, like Tai Chi, are best. Discuss with your doctor which exercise program best suits your individual needs. Meet with your doctor to review your medication list, including over the counter medications and vitamin

or diet supplements. Some medications, or combinations of medications, can make you sleepy or lightheaded. When is the last time you had your vision checked? Wearing the wrong prescription strength of glasses, and glaucoma or cataracts can limit your vision. Make your home safer. Remove obstacles, throw rugs, etc., that may cause you to stumble, enhance lighting around entry doors and stairwells. Install grab bars in the bathroom. To check out a great brochure put out by the CDC, Google ‘Check for Safety.’

The Geauga County Department on Aging, in cooperation with Geauga Medical Center, will celebrate Fall Prevention Awareness Day 2011 with countywide events. The Chardon, Middlefield, Chagrin Falls and West Geauga senior centers will present a variety of programs from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sept. 23 dedicated to helping seniors learn how they can lower their risk for falling and continue to live independently. You must RSVP for these programs by calling your local senior center at 440-285-2222, 440-632-0611, or 440-834-1856. The Geauga County Sheriff’s office and local law enforcement agencies will provide disposal of expired, unused, or unwanted prescription drugs on this day. Proper disposal of these drugs is crucial to our environment and to the safety of our children and pets. Please contact your local senior center for details.

Vicki Wilson is the director of admissions/marketing at Briar Hill Health Care Residence, 15950 Pierce St., P.O. Box 277, Middlefield. Call her at 440-632-5241.

September at Middlefield Senior Center Enjoy an evening out with friends on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at Grand River Cellars

located just north of the Thompson Square on Route 528. For $15, seniors will be treated to a tour of the cellars, a chicken parmesan dinner, fresh peach cobbler dessert and a non alcoholic beverage. Tax and gratuity are included. Local wine will be available for purchase. Reservations and CASH payment must be in by Sept. 9. Mail payment to 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, OH 44077, Attn: Mariann. Transportation not provided. Please meet at the winery at 4:30 p.m.

Middlefield Senior Center is having an open house on Wednesday, Sept. 28 from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Come and spend an hour or stay the entire day for the all of the programs, refreshments and entertainment. Lunch and FREE transportation are available to those who register by Sept. 19.

The Middlefield Senior Center is located at 15820 Ridgewood Drive inside the Middlefield Community Center and is open weekdays except Thursday. For questions or to register call 440-632-0611. Come enjoy a coffee and refreshments, socialization, exercise programs, lunch and many other activities.

It’s Time for the Yearly Flu ShotLake Health is offering flu shots for $25 at the The Clinic at Middlefield in the Walmart

Supercenter, 15050 Springdale Ave. (44062) during the following regular hours: 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. Saturday, and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday. No appointment is necessary. Individuals must be 18 years of age or older to receive the vaccine. The influenza vaccination is covered by Medicare. For information, call the Best of Health Line at 440-953-6000 or 1-800-454-9800.

Tour of HomesJoin the Geauga County Department on Aging for a Parade of Homes Tour Friday, Oct. 7,

at 9 a.m. Transportation is provided. Be at the corresponding senior center at 9 a.m. Bus Tour #1 starts at the Chardon Multi-purpose Senior Center, and visits South Franklin

Circle, Arden Courts and the Weils.Bus Tour #2 starts at the West Geauga Senior Center and visits Brooks House, Burton

Health Care, Briar Hill and Geauga County Pleasant Hill Home.Bus Tour #3 starts at the Chagrin Falls Senior Center and visits Blossom Hill, UHHS Geauga

Medical Center, Barclay and the Residence of Chardon. Bus tour #4 starts at the Middlefield Senior Center and visits Joy’s Place, Amelia Grace,

Holly Hill and the Liberty.To register for a bus tour by phone, call the Geauga County Department on Aging at

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Never argue with your child again, improve their school attendance and performance, intervene in alcohol and drug use, and learn the pitfalls of social networking and sexting. These are the goals offered by The Parent Project, a 10-week parenting guidance and support program that meets the specific needs of parents raising strong-willed children between the ages of 9 and 17. The classes are held at 14818 Mayfield Road in the former Claridon Elementary School building. There is a $25 materials fee, and the sessions include a teen class which helps teens explore positive alternatives to destructive behaviors. Let the Parent Project work for you. Call 440-279-2062 to register.

Child Advocates NeededCASA for KIDS of Geauga County (Court

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Upcoming NAMI EventsNAMI Walks is a nationwide fundraising and mental health awareness program being

held in nearly 80 communities around the country to increase public awareness by providing education, support and advocacy for those affected by mental Ilness. Come and participate in the “Walk of the Minds” Saturday, Sept. 24, rain or shine. Registration starts at 9 a.m. at Voinovich Park (behind the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame).

To take part in the walk, register at www.nami.org. Funds raised will be used for NAMI programs here in Geauga County. Donate online at www.namiorg/sites/namigeauga or mail donations to The Mental Health Association in Geauga County, NAMI Geauga County, 11850 Mayfield Road, Chardon, OH 44024.

We are carpooling to Cleveland from the Geauga County Board of Mental Health,13244 Ravenna Road, Chardon, OH 44024. We will leave at 8:30 a.m. SHARP. If you plan to carpool with us call the office at 440-285-3945 or e-mail Linda Reed at [email protected].

NAMI Geauga County is pleased to announce free education courses available this fall in Geauga County. NAMI Basics: A six session course of education and support for parents of children with a mental or emotional illness. The class will be held for six Mondays, beginning Oct. 3 at 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m at the Middlefield Library,16167 High Street in Middlefield.

Family to Family is a 12-session course for education and support for family and friends of those diagnosed with a mental illness. Sessions begin Oct. 1 and are 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. at the Board of Mental Health and Recovery Services,13244 Ravenna Road, Chardon, OH 44024.

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Come See What the Storm BroughtBy Linton Sharpnack

It was one of those wonderful summer storms, with thunder and lightening and great gusts of wind that are responsible for your wake-up alarm flashing nonsensical numbers because the power went off and then came back. As the sun comes up I wander around the yard to survey the damage. There are branches of all sizes, our cowardly cat and a yard full of bright green, black walnuts. Out comes the wheelbarrow and the rake and I begin to reestablish order. In the midst of my annoyance I remember that I have wanted to investigate making black walnut tincture but never found the time.

After consulting my library of herbal books I discovered that the primary ingredient is blemish free, green, black walnut husks. Those I have in abundance, and they change from trash to treasure in the blink of an eye. I gather only the best, and because I have so many, I decide that only extra strength will do. The first recipe calls for a few walnuts per quart. The second calls for the jars to be filled with walnuts and the extracting alcohol added until all is covered. The container is sealed up tight for anywhere from three to 10 days. I choose the middle of the road and opt for five days. After that length of time, the contents are filtered through a piece of muslin cloth, sealed into large glass jars and stored for four months to gain maximum potency (although it can be used immediately if necessary).

Tincture of black walnut is reported to be antifungal and antiparasitic. It has been used to treat athlete’s foot, acne, boils, cysts, parasites and dandruff. Because black walnut has one of the highest levels of iodine in the herbal world, it has also been used as a thyroid stimulant. There has been recent research that indicates that it is helpful in lowering blood pressure and resisting the formation of breast tissue tumors.

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Watching the news reports about the storm “Irene,” I wondered how the many people that lost everything can make an accurate accounting to their insurance company or even prove they had insurance, assuming they did. My insurance agent told me, “the more documentation you have, the more money you can recoup from a disaster.”

I have recently started to document all of my property, listing serial numbers and taking digital photos. I will put them on a flash drive and move it to my safety deposit box at the bank. I am also researching software that would allow me to do this task cleanly and with little effort. Concise documentation can help determine exactly what was lost due to flood, fire, theft and storm damage. It can help police trace stolen property and possibly catch the crooks. Quickbooks offers home inventory software that you can purchase online for less than $30. I plan to purchase one and will review it in some later article. For those of you who want free software, go to www.knowyourstuff.org and download it.

Another project I am starting is to have a pickup-and-go briefcase. I have several left over from my sales days. This case will hold copies of all my important documents, photos, safety deposit box keys, computer backups and any other items I feel I may need to take with me should I need to vacate my house in a short time, like when it’s on fire for example. I already have a safety deposit box at my bank where I store important papers and flash drives.

Being prepared can save you thousands of dollars and hundreds of saved memories in pictures and other memorabilia. Contact your insurance agent for a pamphlet on this subject or go online and search “insurance inventory info.”

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A person’s environment greatly effects his or her spirit, and the way your home looks can be the difference between waking up with a groan or a smile each day. Change is invigorating, but if your wallet is thin, it may be hard to envision ways to spruce up your house and still provide dinner in the evening. But just a little thought, elbow grease, and footwork can help you feel like you spent a bundle (and you’re worth it.) Here are a few tips to infuse dashes of mood-lifting color and creative splashes to give you and your house a welcome lift.

If you look in closets and drawers, you may be surprised at how many precious things you have that are seldom seen. Photographs, especially, are too often hidden away, and bringing them out again is a fun way to relive old memories and change your space. Picture frames can be found in abundance by haunting flea markets, junk stores and garage sales. A quick coat of paint can change a trashy frame into a gem. An entire wall decorated in either matching or contrasting frames is a feast for the eyes, especially when those we love are displayed in them. You don’t have to purchase new frames if those you already have don’t fit your pictures. Make mats to slip inside and cut holes to fit one or several photos. You can find colored mats at many stores, or cover cardboard in wrapping paper. With a little luck, you can use up the paper that’s been sitting in your closet, or perhaps you can snatch a few rolls for pennies at a sale.

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Not surprising considering the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) recently stated that the “air inside the average American home is a minimum of five times more polluted than outdoor air.”

Toxins, pesticides, gases, mites, and molds are everywhere. Inside our homes they accumulate to unhealthy levels posing a greater risk for developing the health problems they can cause. According to the EPA, the physical symptoms related to Sick Home Syndrome include cough, chest tightness, fever, chills, muscle aches, fatigue, nausea and allergic responses such as mucous membrane irritation and upper respiratory congestion.

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Changing curtains for the seasons transforms a room. Heavy winter drapes makes a room cozy, while sheer curtains add lightness to a space in the spring and summer. Potted plants in any season supply color and, with luck, a heavenly refreshing scent. Seasonal throw rugs can open a space for warmer weather or supply that extra bit of comfortable appeal while you hibernate through the winter.

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Middlefield Police Again Earn AAA Award By Chief Ed Samec

The Middlefield Police Department was recently recognized and received the AAA Platinum AWARD for Community Traffic Safety and the AAA Community Safety Award for a fatality free traffic safety record. The AAA platinum level is the highest level of recognition from AAA. The Middlefield Police Department is the only department in Geauga County to receive the AAA recognition of platinum level. We have dedicated much emphasis and attention toward the area of traffic and community safety by adopting and implementing programs that educate, demonstrate, and enforce traffic and pedestrian safety issues ranging from bicycle safety, seat belt use, impaired driving, and child passenger safety seats, to mention a few. Every year there are tragic and unfortunate traffic related fatalities that may have been reduced if certain safety precautions were practiced and followed. Our goal is to continue to educate and encourage safety related practices in our community and I will do everything I can do as the Chief of Police to create a safer roadway environment for everyone who travels upon our roadways. We are honored to be recognized by AAA in the manner in which the Middlefield Police Department has been highlighted for our efforts toward traffic and pedestrian safety.

“This is the second consecutive year that we have been awarded the recognition of Platinum from AAA. This honor is derived from every community in northern Ohio, this year Middlefield was one of 12 northern Ohio communities to achieve the platinum level. I am very proud of our police department and am proud to be part of the Middlefield community,” said Mayor Poole.

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Before Mrs. Sutton went out the door to search for T. J., the phone jangled in between the thunder and lightning. The now familiar voice on the other end anxiously said, “Sorry to bother you Mrs. Sutton, but Tippy has run away again. I thought perhaps he would try to come back to your home since he and your son had become friends. Have you seen him?”

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No sooner had Mrs. Sutton hung up the phone she heard scratching at the door. There, to her surprise, was Firecracker. He was as wet and muddy as that first night, but something was different. In his mouth was a weathered piece of wood. She carefully pulled it from his tight grip as she had done so many times before with slippers, shoes and towels. Most of the printing on the wood was faded, but one word stood out pretty clear, “MINE.” She screamed out to those gathered in the back yard, “T. J. must be in the abandoned mine shaft down the hill from the meadow. Maybe he’s hurt and was unable to go for help himself. Firecracker must have found him and T. J. gave him the piece of wood to bring to us. He’s been teaching that puppy to fetch for weeks. Bring your flashlights and some blankets,” she yelled out, “and follow me to the mine.”

Firecracker led the way through the muddy fields. There, huddled inside the opening, was T. J. shivering and wet. Cheers rang out. Blankets were wrapped around him and he was lifted onto his dads’ shoulders.

“I fell, Mom, and I hurt my leg,” said T. J. “I thought I would rest for awhile and then the thunder and lightning scared me so much I crawled into the opening of the mine. It got dark real fast and my leg hurt so bad I didn’t think I could make it back. Then I heard Firecracker barking and I knew I would be okay. Isn’t he just great mom?”

She smiled through tears and nodded. Yes, Firecracker was surely a hero today. His best trick ever saved a little boy from harm. Mr. Johnson breathlessly caught up with T. J. and said, “Son, that dog has shown a lot of love for you and I can see already that you know how to treat him good. I would like you to keep him. You belong together.” Firecracker pranced proudly alongside T. J. and his dad. Clenched in his teeth was, of all things, Mr. Johnson’s pipe, that may or may not have fallen out of his pocket. Silently T. J.’s mom thought perhaps “Bandit” would have been a much better choice for a name.

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Ray and Claudette Frettinger present their 1932 Ford Victorian at the Middlefield Car Show and Safety Forces Day.

Richard and Dave Harrington at the Middlefield Car Show and Safety Forces Day at the Fire Hall on Sept.11. The event benefitted the Shop with a Cop program.

Ron and Bonnie Dycman of Canfield were awarded $500 for first prize at the Middlefield Car Show. They generously donated a portion of the prize monies back to the Shop with a Cop program.

The Cardinal girls volleyball team put up a tough fight but fell to the Berkshire girls team three games to one Sept. 8 at Cardinal.

(L-R) Jessy Koller, Ericka Brownfield, Jason Nass, Vincent (Sayter) Krava, Heather Bushel and William Reno of Dragon’s Head Forge caught in action at the annual ‘Ye Old State Renaissance Faire’ at Settlers Village on Sept. 11.

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Many golfers retire their golf game for other venues at this point of the year, but fall is the best time for golf because the temperatures are moderate, the humidity is lower and the scenery can take your breath away.

There should be consistency in the golf game at this point in the season. Hopefully the consistency achieved proved to attain positive results. Consistency is related to letting the big muscles in the golf swing control the golf shot.

A good rotation is necessary to keep the smaller muscles of the hands and arms from dominating a golf shot. When the hands and arms remain passive through the swing the ball is easy to control. A good rotation consists of keeping the hips and shoulders moving back on the take away on the same plane that is used at the address position. Make sure the top of the swing has the same shoulder position on every swing. Ideally the back should be facing the target and the club will be pointed at the target. If this cannot be done because of structural interference then the club should be moved away from the ball in a manner so that it is in the proper plane for such a situation to occur.

Posture is another consideration if you want consistency in your golf shot. The posterior should be stuck out over the heels of the feet and the spine should be straight from the lower torso to the neck.

the rollingGreenWaist is bent while making sure the head remains congruent with the spine. Weight is distributed between the inside of the balls of the feet through the heels.

If these objectives are present in the golf swing then there should also be consistency in reaching the target in every swing taken.

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Robert Kacica is the golf professional at Rolling Green Golf Course, 15900 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg. Call him there at 440-636-5171.

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from noon to 4 p.m. The farm started with one pregnant alpaca in late 2004 and now, in 2011, they have seven (one was just sold and is living in Hawaii.) The business’s main focus has changed from the selling and breeding of the animals to harvesting and creating with the fiber. Patti Zebrowski, owner of Fields of Grace Alpacas and Gift Shop has become a fiber addict. Three years ago she got into needle felting and started taking various classes on wet felting, dyeing and art carding.

Patti now sorts, grades, washes, dyes and cards her own fiber. She loves the feel of alpaca fiber, and recently taught herself how to spin on a drop spindle and a spinning wheel, even though she had previously sworn she would NEVER take up spinning. She simply didn’t realize she would enjoy it so much. She loves the freedom of choosing her own colors and textures to create any kind of yarn: funky yarn, plain yarn, wild yarn with beads or to whatever her creativity leads her.

If you are a fiber enthusiast or want to learn about alpacas, come out for farm days to get a touch of alpaca and a free alpaca fact sheet. There will be fiber demonstrations in spinning, carding and needle felting. Visit the gift shop and be amazed at what can be made out of the alpaca fiber – the possibilities are endless.

Fields of Grace Alpacas and Gift Shop is located at 16232 Soltis Road in Garrettsville. Call 440-477-8856 for more information.

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Hickory Ridge Farm Alpacas is the home of award winning Peruvian, Chilean, and Accoyo alpacas. Hickory Ridge has been raising alpacas since 2001, and took first place at the 2003 Alpacafest with the first alpaca bred and born on their farm.

It was very exciting and they continue to breed and raise the same high quality alpacas. HRF Peruvian Challenger was an 11 time banner winner in 2008, his very first show season. He now has 20 championship banners and a Judge’s Choice banner. Challenger’s cria (offspring) are now on the ground and have won five championship banners in their first show season. Hickory Ridge Farm is committed to breeding healthy alpacas with excellent conformation and exceptionally fine fiber. They offer the best in genetics through several color champions. The farm’s herd of 60 plus alpacas offers color and bloodline diversity, all in high quality animals. Hickory Ridge is working everyday to improve and expand their herd and others by providing sales, breeding and boarding to alpaca lovers all around.

They would love to develop a long term relationship with you based on integrity and trust, and you will have the opportunity to meet the owners and alpacas at an open house on Sept. 24 and 25 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. The farm is located at 13400 Fisher Road in Burton. For information call Kaye Provost at 440-376-9028 or visit www.hickoryridgealpacas.com.

The alpaca owners and breeders association is excited to present National Alpaca Farm Days Sept. 24-25. Take advantage of this opportunity to visit a farm, learn about alpacas, and meet people living this satisfying and rewarding lifestyle. Every farm has their unique style of welcoming and educating visitors. Don’t miss this opportunity to take part in the excitement of this special September weekend! For details, visit www.nationalpacafarmdays.com.

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Pilot ProgramAlanna Hruska, principal at Jordak Elementary and Cardinal Intermediate School, was selected to participate in the Pilot Test of the National Board Certification of Principals. The two year pilot test is the first national certification program for accomplished school-based administrators. The pilot program selected a few participants from each state across the United States. Mrs. Hruska remarked, “I’m looking forward to the challenges this process will present and working together with other administrators across the nation.”

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reading RoomFall Adult Programs at Middlefield Library

By Nick Fagan

If you are looking for excellent programs this fall, look no further than the Middlefield Library. First, the library is proud to host “Writings from the Heretics: Anabaptist literature - Its Origins and Significance Today,” a three-part program focusing on various books relevant to Amish-Mennonite-Anabaptist history. Presented by John Gingerich, the programs will be held on Tuesdays, Sept. 27 through Nov. 1, and Dec. 6 at 7 p.m. Many will remember Mr. Gingerich, who recently translated History of the Bernese Anabaptists and presented on the topic to a packed audience last spring.

Each session will discuss a unique topic. The Sept. 27 session will cover Anabaptist Bibles and Testaments. Did you know that the Anabaptists in Switzerland produced their own version of the New Testament? The books were banned and it was illegal to possess them. Learn about these and other titles that were brought by the predecessors of the Amish to the United States. On Nov. 1, Mr. Gingerich will concentrate on the history of prayer books and the Ausbund, the oldest Anabaptist hymnal and one of the oldest Christian songbooks. The Ausbund has been in continuous use for almost 450 years. The final program on Dec. 6 will explore martyrologies, histories and confessions of faith. Learn about the Martyrs’ Mirror, a classic 17th century Dutch book that memorializes the godly lives and glorious deaths of European Anabaptist martyrs between 1524 and 1660 and thousands of other early Christians.

Mr. Gingerich will have his personal collection of historic Anabaptist books on display at each program, and the public is encouraged to bring in their own pre-1900 German Bibles, hymnals, prayer books and other Old German documents for a show-and-tell after the programs.

In addition to programs about Anabaptist literature, the library is offering other informative programming throughout the fall. This includes “Partnering with your Doctor” on Wednesday, Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. presented by Maureen Ordman-Fike of the Alzheimer’s Association. This important program will help patients develop a successful relationship with their health providers.

Finally, the library will host “Property and Casualty Insurance” on Wednesday, Oct. 12 at 7 p.m. Presented by the Hantz Group, the program will explore what is contained within the fine print of insurance policies and what it means to you.

Register for all these free programs by stopping by or calling the Middlefield Library at 440-632-1961. The Middlefield branch is located at 16167 E. High St. As the leaves change and the weather drives us indoors, make the library your fall destination for programs, books, movies and more!

Nick Fagan is head of adult services at the Middlefield Library, 16167 E. High St., Middlefield (44062). Call him at 440-632-1961, extension 24 or visit www.geaugalibrary.org.

Annual Burton Art ShowThe Friends of the Burton Public Library are looking for entries for the 2011 Burton Art

Show to be held Oct. 4 to 9 at the Burton Public Library. Artists age16 and older who live, work, or attend school in Geauga or Lake counties are invited to submit their work with a $5 nonrefundable fee per item. There is a limit of three works per artist. Entry forms are available at all public libraries in Geauga and Lake Counties and also online at www.burton.lib.oh.us. For more information call Kathy Schaefer at 440-834-4466. The Burton Public Library is located at 14588 W. Park St. on Burton Square.

Burton Library Book SaleThe Friends of the Burton Public Library will hold a book sale in the library basement from

9 a.m. until 4 p.m. on Saturday, Sept. 24. There are items for everyone: books, magazines, vintage materials, maps, records, cds, tapes, vidoes, puzzles and more. Please enter the sale through the white doors located at the back of the building, 14588 W. Park St., Burton.

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In August of this year Middlefield Village completed construction in its cemetery for a memorial garden that includes a columbarium. The columbarium is a 32 niche marble monument designed for the keeping of cremated remains of those who prefer above ground burial.

Middlefield Village Councilman Rick Seyer spearheaded this project after discovering that over 44 percent of deceased people in Geauga County are cremated. Rick says, “We have what I think is one of the nicest memorial gardens around.”

Village Council acted as contractor for this project. They purchased all supplies and hired out only for labor. Charlie Ehrhart supervised the entire project. Rick interviewed a number of landscapers and it was the Patti Group of Auburn that came up with a conceptual design that most reflected the envisioned project. Phil Miller Construction was contracted to pour the concrete pads, sidewalks and the s-shaped monument foundation. The Rock of Ages Memorials & Monuments Corporation was chosen to design and construct the actual monument because they use high quality, American-made products.

Rick adds, “The property that the columbarium sits on was purchased by the Village because it is just east of the cemetery. We felt it would be perfect for this project and it happened to be for sale. We bought the home on a half acre and kept a forth acre. The Village paid $107,000 and sold the remaining property for $81,000 in a sealed bid auction. The net cost for the forth acre was $26,000, which is the going rate in the Village these days.”

Area residents are invited to purchase specified memorial benches to be placed in the garden. There is space for two urns per niche, and Middlefield residents may purchase a niche

for $1800. Outside of village, residents may purchase a niche for $2500. This price includes the perpetual care. The interment fee is $75 ($150 on holidays and weekends) and the inscription fee is $275. There will be a discount of $300 given per niche and the interment fee will be waived if the niche is purchased prior to Dec. 31, 2011.

Those interested in purchasing a niche may call the Village at 440-632-5248 or Marcia Bryson, cemetery sexton, at 440-632-1985.

The Middlefield Cemetery is located off of East High Street (State Route 87) just east of Thompson Avenue. For additional information visit www.middlefieldohio.com.

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In MemoriamEstelle L. Harper (nee Sproles), 73, of Cortland, entered eternal rest Friday afternoon, Aug. 19, 2011 at University Hospitals in Cleveland. She is reunited with her husband, William J. Harper. Estelle was born in Bristol, Va. to the late Charles C. and Mary M. (Holliman) Sproles on May 7, 1938.

She was an active member of the Kingdom Hall of Jehovah’s Witness in Greene Township. Estelle enjoyed spending time with her family and friends.

Estelle will be missed by children, Deborah Bryant of Warren, Sheila (Dan) Thompson of Thompson, Jonathan (Tina) Harper of Greene, Charles (April) Harper of Cortland, Amanda (Patrick) Lamoreaux of Mecca; brother, Ray Dempsey; niece, Mary Robinson; 10 grandchildren; and five great-grandchildren.

She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; son, David Harper; and sister, Audrey White.

Betty J. Klouda (nee Cox), 89, of West Farmington, entered eternal rest peacefully on Aug. 17, 2011 at Windsor House in Champion. She is reunited with her husband of 69 years, Fred Klouda. She was born in Warren to the late Cloyce and Dorothea (Clay) Cox on Oct. 21, 1921.

She was a resident of West Farmington for the past 78 years. Betty worked as a welder on alligator landing crafts during World War II. She married Fred on June 29, 1940. After starting a family, she worked at Geauga Industries until the late 1960s. Betty was an active member of the West Farmington United Methodist Church and a lifetime member of the Women’s Relief Corp.

Betty will be sadly missed by children, Dr. Kenneth W. (Carla) Klouda of New Hope, Pa., Paul E. (Linda) Klouda of West Farmington, Barbara A. (Lloyd) Adams of West Farmington; grandchildren, April (Todd) Brade, Michael (Julie) Klouda, Julie (Kevin) Bontrager, Jennifer (Chad) Webb, Jonathan Klouda LTC, Mark (Angie) Adams, Scott Adams; and 14 great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her parents; husband; and two half-brothers, Robert L. Cox and Joseph T. Clay.

In lieu of flowers, the family is requesting that donations be sent to the United Methodist Church, P.O. Box 93, West Farmington, OH 44491 or to the Women’s Relief Corp. c/o Margaret Lauth, 5051 Herner County Line Road, Southington, OH 44470.

Betty L. Miller (nee Szabo), 65, of Middlefield, entered eternal rest at home surrounded by her family and friends on Friday morning, Aug. 19, 2011 after a long battle with cancer. She was born July 18, 1946 to Louis and Margaret (Bezik) Szabo.

Betty will be missed by her children, Tim (Marcia) Hoag of Iowa, Michelle (Rob) Nicopolis of N. C., Faith Miller of Garrettsville, Gary Miller of Garfield Heights; siblings, Peggy Warne, William Szabo, Mary Jane Bookamire; eight grandchildren; and eight great-grandchildren. She is preceded in death by her parents and brother-in-law, Earl Warne.

It is requested that donations be made to the Geauga County Dog Warden, 12513 Merritt Road, Chardon, OH 44024.

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Treasuring the Tears of the Persecuted By Martha Hammonds and Michele Miller

On the second-floor of the Abgineh Glass and Ceramics Museum in Tehran Iran, in a small, unremarkable cabinet resides a collection of oddly-shaped bottles labeled only as ‘sprinklers’. In the ancient Middle East these bottles were known as ‘tear-catchers’, vessels used to capture tears shed by a wife whose husband was at war, offered as proof of her love upon his safe return. In times of death or serious trouble, family members gathered tears from all present, the bottles representing the sorrows of the family, the tears serving as a message in a bottle.

Ages ago King David was convinced that even God was interested in his tears. In Psalm 56 he writes: “Put my tears in your bottle – aren’t they already recorded in your book?” David knew that God saw every tear rolling down his cheeks and in spite of suffering and persecution, David chose to put his trust in the Lord. “In God I trust; I have no fear”. David was confident that his tears were not shed in vain, but were collected by God. The words in Psalm 56 could also be those of our persecuted Christian brothers and sisters; they serve as a reminder for us to ‘treasure’ their tears.

Recently, Open Doors received an Iranian ‘tear-catcher’ as a present, the bottle an emblem of not only the tears of Iranian Christians, but also the pain of persecuted Christians around the world. The tiny vessel speaks of grief, tears and suffering, but also faith and confidence in the Lord. In your prayers today, please remember the tears of the persecuted, reminded that when one suffers, all suffer, our prayers an offering of love for those who have sacrificed so much to follow Christ.

Pray “One With Them.”Father, just as the tears in a bottle speak

of grief and suffering, they also speak of faith and confidence in You. Today we remember the tears of persecuted Christians around the world, knowing that as one member suffers, all members suffer. Amen

More About Open DoorsIn 1955, Brother Andrew, a Dutch army

commando began smuggling Bibles into communist countries, trusting God to lead him across heavily guarded borders, his blue Volkswagen beetle packed with illegal literature. By the grace of God, 56 years later, Open Doors is engaged in the distribution of Bibles and literature, audio recordings, broadcasting and training and in its boldest endeavor deposited one million bibles on a beach in China in one night.

Today, more than 100 million Christians face persecution around the world. Open Doors is active in over 45 restrictive countries, such as North Korea, Iran, Iraq, China and Colombia and maintains the world watch list which ranks the top 50 countries according to the intensity of persecution Christians face for actively pursuing their faith.

Martha Hammonds ministers to the persecuted churches in China, Egypt and India. Martha is a member of Huntsburg Baptist Church and writes for Open Doors.

Michele Miller has faithfully served Open Doors for over six years. She has fellowshipped and prayed with thousands of believers who are in need of encouragement, bringing unity through the Body of Christ. Michele currently lives in California with her husband. For more information about Open Doors go to www.opendoorsusa.org.

Sept. 17: Parkman Mobile Food PantrySt. Edward’s Church and the Cleveland Food Bank will donate free food to people in need on a first come, first served basis from 10 a.m. to noon the third Saturday of each month. Bring your own bags. St. Edward’s Church is located at 16150 Center St. in Parkman. For details call 440-548-3812.

Sept. 28 to Oct. 1: Young of Heart CruiseJoin St. Anselm Young of Heart from Chesterland on an exciting Mississippi River Cruise in Iowa on the Twilight Riverboat, a replica of the lavish Victorian steamboats of a century ago. She has three decks with dining salons and sundecks with lounge chairs for those who wish to sightsee or snooze in the sun. Entertainment may include a visit from “Mark Twain.” The four-day trip includes a two-day, 166-mile roundtrip cruise which includes all meals, snacks and entertainment on board. There will be a visit to the National Mississippi Museum, the Old Jail Museum, the Fourth Street Elevator, Diamond Jo Casino, the Isle of Capri Casino in Bettendorf and the John Deere Pavilion. Most gratuities are included. The cost for this trip is $667 per person ($679 for non-members.) Anyone is welcome on Young of Heart trips. Bus leaves from St. Anselm Church in Chesterland. For reservations and information call Nancy Battenfield at 440-729-9684.

Oct 8: Burton Congregational Church Annual Fall BazaarThe Burton Congregational Church will hold its annual Fall Bazaar from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Homemade food will be served all day. There will be a bake sale, flea market and craft sale. Tables are available for craft vendors for $20 and may be reserved by calling Kathy Uncapher at 440-834-1172. Flea market donations (no clothing) may be brought to the Burton Congregational Church, 14558 W. Park St., Burton on Monday through Thursday mornings from 9 a.m. to noon. For information, call the church at 440-834-4495.

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Tour Geauga ~Annual Fall Scavenger HuntEnjoy the beauty of a Geauga County autumn and win great prizes as you participate

in Geauga County Tourism’s Annual Fall Scavenger Hunt from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15. This fun activity leads you to explore 10 locations within the county to answer questions on a Scavenger Hunt sheet. The “hunt” is great fun for all ages and can be done in one day, or over several days. All of the locations are local businesses with various hours, and the questions can be answered by simply visiting each stop.

All participating stops are marked with a Tour Stop sign and have additional copies of the questionnaire available. Stops include: The Flag Store, Fowlers Milling Company, JC’s Restaurant, Nauvoo Family Market, Once Upon a Rose, Patterson Fruit Farm, Quest for Health, Rosepointe Cottage Tea Room, Sirna’s Farm & Market, and White House Chocolates. Questionnaires are also available at the Geauga County Tourism office, 14907 N. State St., Middlefield, OH 44062, by calling 440-632-1538, or on the Web site www.TourGeauga.com. Completed questionnaires must be received by Oct. 15, either by mail to the Geauga County Tourism office or while attending the Annual Hometown Hoe-Down on Oct. 15 at Middlefield Market. All entries with 10 correct answers will be put into a drawing for an amazing Geauga County basket, featuring a gift from each of the 10 stops. As an additional chance to win a prize, Hoe-Down participants will be put into a second drawing to win 20 free auction tickets. For more information or to purchase tickets for the Hoe-Down call 440-632-1538.

Clip out the questionnaire in the bottom left corner of this page and enjoy the hunt!

Brooks House Hosting Local ImpersonatorCome and see history in the re-making as Sandy Zikursh (rhymes with “licorice”), well-

known historical impersonator, performs at Brooks House Assisted Living Community. Donning period costume, Ms. Zikursh will remember the pioneers who settled the Western Reserve by recreating the life and times of an early 1800s pioneer woman forging an existence out of the wilds of what is now northern Ohio.

Join us Thursday, Sept. 29 at 7 p.m. The event is free and open to the public at The Pines at Brooks House Assisted Living, 18122 Claridon-Troy Road (State Route 700) in Troy Township, five miles north of Hiram or one mile south of State Route 422. Refreshments will be served. For questions, e-mail Fran at [email protected], or call Christine at 440-834-0260, extension 4.

42nd Annual Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival There is no entrance fee for this annual festival in Huntsburg at State Routes 322 and

528. All contests, entertainment, parking, attractions and shuttle services are free. The goal this year is to beat Jerry Rose’s 1,367.5 pound squash and 1,370 pound pumpkin. The largest pumpkin will receive a cash award and is judged on natural weight. The natural field pumpkin will be judged on size, and the largest zucchini and potato will be judged on natural weight. The largest sunflower will be judged on width. Registration and weigh-in is Sept. 29 between 6 and 8 p.m. at the Huntsburg Center Pavilion. For more information call Jerry at 440-636-5145. Carved and Decorated Pumpkin Show entries should be brought to the Huntsburg Center Pavilion on Oct. 1 between 9:30 and 10:30 a.m. All entries must remain until 5:30 p.m. on Sunday. Categories are adult carved pumpkin, youth carved pumpkin, youth decorated pumpkin, scarecrows, and totem poles.

Attractions include Jungle Terry, The Ramrod Busters, antique tractors and engines, Classic Car Show, Fort Huntsburg Country Band, The Cardinaires, The Cardinal Marching Band, The Geauga Highlanders, Northern Comfort, The XChromaTones, Donald Heath, K-9 demos and the Walnut Hill Cloggers.

The Huntsburg Pumpkin Run will be held Oct. 2 at 9 a.m. The four mile run travels the Buckeye Trail in Geauga County’s Headwaters Park, 13365 Old State Road, Middlefield and is dedicated to Darcy Joan Majors who lost her fight to cancer.

The pancake breakfast is open each day from 9 a.m. to noon and features all-you-can-eat pancakes, Belgium waffles, sausage, orange juice, maple syrup and beverages. The cost is $6 for adults, $5 for seniors, $3 for children 5 to 12 and free for children under 5.

The Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival parade will be Oct. 2 at 2:15 p.m. The theme is “How Does Your Garden Grow?” To participate, be at the Huntsburg Baptist Church parking lot by 1:30 p.m. for instructions. Baking contest registration is until Oct. 1 at 8 a.m. Judging takes place at 10 a.m. at the town hall. For information, call Bonnie at 440-635-9113. All entries must contain pumpkin as one of the ingredients.

The horseshoe tournament will be on Oct. 1 at 10 a.m. Register behind the school on the baseball field.

The Tot King and Queen Contest for ages 4 to 6 can register at the tent in front of the Town Hall on Oct. 1 at 10 am. Call Jeannette at 440-636-5354 for more information.

The Classic Car Show will go on rain or shine. There is no fee for the Oct. 1 and 2 event that runs from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. behind Huntsburg Elementary School. The Pumpkin Queen Contest includes high school girls in grades 10-12. For details call Diane Hunt at 440-636-5514 by Sept. 22.

For general information call Nancy Saunders at 440-636-5197.

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Attractions include: Jungle Terry • The Ramrod Busters • Antique Tractors & EnginesClassic Car Show • Fort Huntsburg Country Band • The Cardinaires •

The Cardinal Marching Band • The Geauga Highlanders • Northern Comfort Erie Heights Brass Ensemble • Karaoke By Mike & Gerri • K-9 Demos • The Walnut Hill Cloggers

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On Now: Geauga Lyric Theater Fall Class RegisrationThere are many opportunities this fall for children, teens and adults to take classes at Geauga Lyric Theater and Arts Center in Chardon. Registration is open for a wide variety of classes in theater, voice, dance and visual arts. For a full listing of classes go to www.geaugatheater.org. Applications available at the Geauga Theater box office at 101 Water St. or the business office at 106 Water St. For questions, contact [email protected] or call 440-285-7701.

Sept. 14 to Oct. 1: Garrettsville Chamber Seeks Venders for Business ShowcaseThe Garrettsville Chamber of Commerce will host their 10th bi-annual Business Showcase on Oct. 20 at James A. Garfield High School. To register by the Oct. 1 deadline, contact Michelle at 330-527-5761. Cost for chamber members is $75, non-members $120. Registration fee includes an eight-foot table, two chairs, bottled water and your business ad in our showcase booklet. Set-up begins at 3 p.m., doors open to the public at 5 p.m. Venders are expected to stay until 8 p.m. Proceeds benefit scholarship fund.

Sept. 15: Parkman Historical Society Join the meeting and listen to Ruth Gates speak about the Oscar and Carl Irwin family history at 7:30 p.m. at the Parkman Community House, Route 422 in Parkman.

Sept. 16: Return of the ScarecrowsYoung children and adults will enjoy the Scarecrow Walk and more through Main Street in Burton. View the scarecrows Friday, Sept. 16 from 5 p.m. to midnight. Sponsored by the Burton Chamber of Commerce; visit www.burtonchamberofcommerce.com.

Sept. 18: 22nd Annual Benefit Ride This ride in memory of Mark Laccheo will take place on Sunday, Sept.18. Registration is from 10 to 11:45 a.m. The ride departs at noon. Cost is $15 for drivers, $10 for passengers. Lunch, door prizes and raffles.

The ride takes place at Camp Ho Mita Koda, 14040 Auburn Road, Newbury 44065 and is sponsored by the Blue Knights Oh XV. For information call Ed Balzicki 440-357-7916 or Mike Bowen 440-585-9867. All proceeds go to camperships for children with diabetes.

Sept 18: Floorwalkers Free ConcertA free concert for the Geauga community is planned for 2 p.m. at the Scenic River Retreat Park, 10900 Mayfield Road in Munson. Bring a picnic lunch and/or take advantage of the hot dogs, ice cream, and baked goods that will be available there. There is a huge expanse of lawn for blankets or lawn chairs. The Floorwalkers, a band of young men who grew up in Chardon and started their musical career here, are brought to you by the Geauga Council for Arts & Culture.

Sept. 24: Burton Antiques MarketCome visit 400 dealers at the Geauga County Fairgrounds in Burton who will display and sell antiques and other wares. $6 admission at 10 a.m. or $20 early bird admission at 8 a.m. Event ends at 5 p.m. Call 740-998-5300 or visit www.burtonantiquesmarket.com.

Sept. 26: Sing with the Sweet Adelines The Maple Mountain Chorus of Sweet Adelines, Inter. is offering women of all ages who love to sing an exciting one-time opportunity to learn a song and perform it on stage with the Chorus during their fall show on Nov. 12. Rehearsals begin Monday, Sept. 26 at 8 p.m. at St. Andrew Episcopal Church, 7989 Little Mountain Road, Mentor. No auditions necessary. For more info., call Jan at 440-255-5259 or Ginny at 440-635-0290 or visit www.maplemountainchorus.org.

Sept 29: Family AfternoonPurchase grilled food and enjoy corn toss, other games, and prizes at Joe and Sara Miller’s farm, 15020 Shedd Road in Burton from 4 to 6:30 p.m. Proceeds benefit the local Amish school. See an Arthritis Foundation presentation on aching joints. RSVP by calling the Arthritis Foundation at 800-245-2275, extension 150.

September in the Geauga ParksMonarch Tagging (Ages 5-8 and 9-12)Friday, Sept.16; 2 to 3:30 p.m. Swine Creek Reservation, Lake SideHomeschoolers learn about the Monarch’s life cycle, then hit the field with nets to catch and band them as they head to Mexico. Registration required.

Hound Hike: Pitter Paw-ter Saturday, Sept.17; 10 to 11:30 a.m. Swine Creek Reservation, Lake SideYou and your favorite canine will enjoy this “natureful” walk. One non-aggressive, leashed dog per handler. Wheelchair/stroller accessible. Registration required.

50 Years/50 Miles Sunday, Sept.18; 9 to 11 a.m.Swine Creek Reservation, ValleyApproximately 1.5 mile hike on Walnut and Razorback Trails.

Monarch Butterfly Tagging Sunday, Sept.18; 12:30 to 4 p.m.Swine Creek Reservation, Lake SideNet and tag butterflies on their way to winter havens in Mexico. Nets provided. Sun

protection and long pants recommended.

The Bird Tornado! Wednesday, Sept. 21; 7:30 to 8:30 p.m.Burton Square GazeboWitness hundreds of chimney swifts circling, swirling and then plummeting into an old chimney used as a migratory “motel” on their journey to South America. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Timbertots: Butterflies (Ages 3-5 w/adult)Friday, Sept. 23; 10 to11a.m., or Sunday, Sept. 25; 3 to 4 p.m. Swine Creek Reservation, Woods Edge Explore these amazing flying jewels! Registration required.

50 Years/50 Miles on Horseback Sunday, Sept. 25; 10 a.m. to1 p.m.Swine Creek Reservation, Lake SideBring your own horse for this naturalist-led 2.4 mile ride. Helmets and registration required.

For information or to register, call 440-286-9516 or visit http://geaugaparkdistrict.org.

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Sept. 24th from 10am to 5pm

Burton Chamber of Commerce proudly presents…

Crafters • Artisans • Antiques • CollectiblesFarmer’s Markets • Amish Bake Sales & MORE!

Visit the shops on Main Street and enjoy a meal at one of the restaurants!

For more information, contact:Donna Cook at 834-9019 or Sue Wayman at 834-0076

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Post Contest WinnersHere they are — the winners of the Middlefield Post’s

“Spot the Differences in the Fair Photo” contest. Jennifer Francisco of Middlefield won the family four pass to Ridgeview Farm’s Fall Fun Weekends, Edna Mae Yoder of Middlefield won the gift box from the Log Cabin in Burton, and Wayne Miller of Middlefield won the gift certificate to Bella Candy, Cards and Gifts. Congratulations to you all.

A big thank you to Ridgeview Farms, the Log Cabin in Burton, and Bella Candy, Cards and Gifts for donating these wonderful prizes.

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HUGE Estate/Garage SaleHigh quality home decor, collectibles, antiques, housewares, pro bikes with accessories and toys. Thursday, Friday & Saturday, Sept. 15-17 from 9 a.m. - 6 p.m., No early birds. 19133 Nelson Road, Parkman,1.5 miles south of Route 422, 3 miles north of Nelson Circle. 330-357-9675.

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Meet Tyler, a 1-year-old, short hair, silver gray cat. Once he is comfortable with you, he is relentless in sharing his love and affection. Tyler must go to a home where there are other cats to play with.

Tyler is neutered, vaccinated and has tested negative for leukemia/FIV. To meet Tyler, call Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue at 440-474-9721 or e-mail [email protected].

Meet Baby, a sweet and adorable 4-year-old Siamese mix cat. If you’re looking for a “lap cat” and a cat that is a “lover”, then Baby is the cat for you. Baby must go to a home where she is the only cat as she is terrified of other cats.

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Fritz and Fran are 5 to 6-month-old shephard/bassett mixes, weighing 30 pounds. They are good with kids, dogs and cats. Both are crate trained. To meet Fritz and Fran visit the Geauga County Dog Warden, 12513 Merritt Road, Chardon or call 440-286-8135. (Photo of Fran unavailable.)


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